Whole Wheat Chocolate Chip Cookies with Oats

HOW TO MAKE WHOLE WHEAT CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES WITH OATS

INGREDIENTS:

• brown sugar – I used light, but for a deeper, richer flavor, feel free to use dark brown sugar.
• granulated sugar 
• butter – I use salted butter. For best results, let it soften on the counter so it doesn’t have hot and cold spots.
• eggs – Always use large eggs when baking unless the recipe indicates otherwise.
• vanilla extract – You can use whatever brand is your favorite. For this recipe, even the cheap stuff is fine.
• whole wheat flour – For the softest cookies with the best texture, you must use freshly ground  wheat flour; white wheat is best. In my experience, the whole wheat flour from the store yields tough, dry baked goods!
• baking soda and baking powder –  Both of these will help the cookies puff up.
• salt – Salt adds flavor to baked goods, and the cookies aren’t as good without it. If you need to, you can use less, but I don’t recommend omitting it.
• oats – I’ve used both quick oats and old fashioned oats, and they both work. I like the old fashioned kind a little more, but it’s a matter of preference.
• chocolate chips – I like using semi sweet for the melting factor, sometimes I use half milk chocolate. But you can use your favorite kind. You could even toss in some white chocolate if that floats your boat.

DIRECTIONS:

1. PREP WORK: Let your butter soften to room temperature. Line baking sheets with silicone liners or spray with non stick cooking spray. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2. WET INGREDIENTS: In a large mixing bowl, beat together the softened butter and sugars with a hand mixer till creamy. Beat in the eggs and vanilla.
   
3. DRY INGREDIENTS: Add flour to the wet ingredients. Make a small well in the top, and add the baking soda, baking powder, and salt to the center. Stir them into the flour.
   
4. OATS AND CHOCOLATE: Add your oats and chocolate chips and stir just till blended. Let dough sit for about 5 minutes to thicken.
   
5. FORM COOKIES: I like to use a cookie scoop to get uniform sized cookies, but after I scoop them I roll them into balls.
   
6. BAKE: Place cookie dough balls about 2 inches apart on prepared pans. Bake at 350° for 9-10 minutes. Let sit on pans for 2-3 minutes, then remove to cooling racks.

WHOLE WHEAT CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIE TIPS:

• I said this above, but the type of whole wheat flour you use matters! White wheat makes a softer, lighter flour than red wheat. Grinding your own flour also makes a huge difference.
  I personally have never had good results from store bought whole wheat flour! I have a nutrimill grinder and I love it.
• When you first stir the dough together, it will be quite sticky. But after it sits for about 5 minutes, the wheat flour absorbs some moisture, and it’s just perfect. I recommend using the dough right after you make it, because it dries out if you store it overnight. 
• For bakery style cookies, press a few chocolate chips into the tops of the cookies as soon as you pull them from the oven. Or if you prefer, you can press them into the tops of the dough balls before placing them in the oven.

HOW TO STORE WHOLE WHEAT OATMEAL CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES

These cookies will last perfectly for 4-5 days just stored at room temperature if they are in an airtight container. They will still be fine after that, they just dry out a bit and become crumbly.

You can also freeze them! I like to place them in heavy duty ziplock bags, because you can squeeze the air out as you remove cookies from the bag. Just make sure they are cooled completely first. They will last in the freezer for up to 4-5 months. 

MORE CHOCOLATE CHIP RECIPES:

• Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Muffins
• Chocolate Chip Bar Recipe
• Banana Raspberry Bread
• Chocolate Chip Scones

TASTY HOMEMADE COOKIES:

• Smore Cookies
• No Bake Cornflake Cookies
• Birds Nest Cookies
• Chocolate Cookies Recipe
• Egg White Cookies (mint chocolate chip)
• Peanut Butter Chocolate Kiss Cookies
• Cream Cheese Chocolate Chip Cookies

WHOLE WHEAT CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES

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Yield: 5 dozen

Whole Wheat Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies

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No one will guess that these oatmeal chocolate chip cookies are made with whole wheat flour!

Prep Time 15 minutes

Cook Time 10 minutes

Total Time 25 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups brown sugar
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 1/2 cups butter, softened to room temperature
• 3 large eggs
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• 3 cups freshly ground white wheat flour
• 1 1/4 tsp baking soda
• 1 1/4 tsp baking powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 2 1/2 cups old fashioned oatmeal (or quick oats)
• 3 cups semi sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

1. Line baking pans with silicone liners or spray with non stick cooking spray.
2. With a hand mixer, beat softened butter and sugars in a large bowl till creamy.
3. Beat in eggs and vanilla.
4. Stir in freshly ground wheat flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Add the oats and chocolate chips. Mix well.
5. Scoop dough with a tablespoon sized cookie scoop, then roll in balls.
6. Place at least 2" apart on prepared pans. Bake at 350° for 9-10 minutes. Let cool for about 3 minutes, then remove to wire racks to cool completely.

Notes

-Make sure you use freshly ground white wheat flour. Hard red wheat or whole wheat flour from the store will NOT produce the same results.

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Nutrition Information:

Yield:

60

Serving Size:

1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 146Total Fat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 22mgSodium: 118mgCarbohydrates: 19gFiber: 1gSugar: 13gProtein: 2g

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(originally published 2/3/2010, photos and tips updated April 2021)

I’ve served these whole wheat oatmeal chocolate chip cookies dozens of times over the years, and they are always a hit. If you follow my instructions, no one will know they are eating whole wheat flour cookies!